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San Antonio daily light. [volume] (San Antonio, Tex.) 1886-1907, 1887-02-10

The attempt to whip democrats into
the traces on the ples Of party nomina-
lions will not go down next Monday.
This municipal election is free for all.
A free for all race and a free for all fight.
There are no party lines binding any
man. The republicans lacked the sand
to nominate candidate, having called
II convention; the democrats lacked tie
grit to call convention. No man be-
fore the people has any party TO call him
IN question for his acts, for no party is
responsible for single nomination
made. Each citizen must act on his own
independent judgment, vote for the man
or men in whose hands he considers the
city's interests most secure. The inter-
ests at stake In this election are too
grave to be perilled by any clap-trap
sentimentality concerning side issues.
The men whose work has approved
them as valuable members Of the city
council should be returned to that body.
The men whose records are not up to
the high water mark OF the city's re-
quIrements should be rejected.
San Antonio daily light. [volume] (San Antonio, Tex.) 1886-1907, 1887-02-10
Legal advertisements 81 90 per inch first in

Especial rates given on larger space and long
time Advertisements.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1887-11-25
A Cream Te.t.-The Martinsbur

A Cream TesI.-The Martinsburg
Statesman says that the Messrs. Thatch-
er have added to their creamery tester
by which to determine the value of the
various lots of cream that are brought
TO their establishment. This little churn
gives the exact amount Of butter in a
gallon of cream and the seller Is paid
for what his article produces. So exact
is the tester, that in one experiment l20
pounds ounces Of butter was indicated,
and the actual result was l20 pounds s
ounces. Since using this instrument
the propretors have adopted the plan Of
paying by the pound for the butter pro-
duced, instead of by the gallon for
cream MS formerly. Thus, the producer
of cream that yields 40 ounces of butter
to the gallon is paid for ~ pounds,
while the producer whose cream makes
but l6 ounces TO the gallon is paid FOR
one pound. The range of cream pro-
duct is from pound per gallon to ~
pounds, and that Is about the difference
in the value of cows and the manner in
which they are fed. Mr.. Thomas Jones
has furnished 431a gallons of cream that
made 80 pounds of butter or is pounds
per gallon, while Mr.. Scott Couchman
has furnished cream that makes over 3
pounds per gallon. 1t would pay farm
ers to improve their cows, for it costs no
more TO keep a tirst-cass one than Il
scalawag, and also to pay attention to
their feed.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1887-11-25
Saturday Night sensations.-

Last Saturday night was distinguished
for a considerable number of sensations
of more or less importance.
Little Shaulter Trussell, son Of MIR.
j. n. Trussell, opened the ball by fall
ing upon pair of scissors, the points
of which opened as he fell and ran into
his throat, making two ugly wounds.
The jugular vein was very narrowly
missed, the points going on either side
of it. AS it was, small artery was cut,
from which the blood gushed swiftly.
Medical aid was quickly summoned and
the bleeding stopped, and Shaulter is
all right again.
Next, Sam Turner, colored youth,
was beset by couple of men who were
probably intoxicated, and knocked down
two or three times for fun. Sam didn't
see the fun though.
Joe Hess, a young son Of Mr.. L. l..
Hess, was the next victim. Escaping
gas from a stove in the room in which
he was sleeping overcame him. and he
was in precarious situation for time.
DR.. Butler was summoned and relieved
the little sufferer.
Later in the night some thief forced
an entrance, by using a ladder and
breaking window in the upper story,
into the residence of Mrs. William
Handy, in the eastern end Of town. He
went through the house, evidently seek
ing money, but was finally frightened
off before he obtained any booty.
The browning event was the racket
raised by Oscar Smith, colored man
who lives in the western portion of the
town. Oscar had probably partaken of
liquid refreshments to an unlimited ex-
tent, aud the natural consequence was
what the neighbors believe to have been
a first-class attack of mania a potu-the
jim jams. About O'Clock a. IN. Oscar
found himself on the fiat of his back in
the garden in the rear of Mr.. j. ).
Fleming's house. He yelled fire ard
murder until he succeeded in awakening
nearly all the people within two squares
of where he lay bawling, and, thinking
some one was in great distress, num-
Der of persons went to his relief. He
was taken to neighboring house and
Quoted down, and the broken slumbers
of the neighbors were resumed.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1887-11-25
a Singular Accidental singu

a Singular Accidental ingu.
lar experience is related of a north
bound freight train on the Shenandoah
Valley Railroad last Thursday evening.
The first section OF train No. s had just
assembled the exceedingly heavy grade
at Chapel Hill, near Berryville, Va,
and had commenced the descent when
the gas burst open the fire box of the
boiler and filled the cab of the engine
with flames. Failing TO close the door,
the engineer and tiremen endured the
fire as long ms they could, but were fin
ally driven from the cab, but not until
the throttle valve had been closed and
the engine had begun TO slacken its
speed. The train came TO a stand still,
when the engineer, who had been driven
back upon the tender, was enabled to
secure his watch which he had left I'M
der his seat in the cab. By this time
the cab was all abaze. The trainmen
set actively TO work TO put out the fire,
and in due time had conquered it, but
not until the cab was completely ruin d
aud the guages upon the boiler had been
melted off. The locomotive drawing
the second section of the train had to
take charge of the disabled engine and
its train, and the damaged engine was
sent to the shops for repairs. This is
the first experience of this kind to the
knowledge of local railroad men.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1887-11-25
Ci-c.i. Court-The November

Circuit COurt.-The November
term of the Jefferson Circuit Court
Judge Frank Beckwith presiding-be-
gan on Tuesday of last week. The
Grand Jury was composed of the fol-
lowing persons:
j.. Simmons, foreman; Lewis 2.
Starry. ). S. Dalgarn, S. w. Wysong.
James NJ. Marshall, w. B. Conrad, VIM
C. Frazier, w. n. Lemen, NJ. j. Bill
myer, James w. Benner, Geo. d. Wilt
shire. r. w. Morrow and r. A. Hessey.
Virginia Robertson was indicted for
murder, and several minor indictments
found. The Grand Jury also made
the following report:
To His Honor the Judge Of the Circuit Court Of
Jefferson, Co., W. Va:
The Grand Jury In session November 10Th,
1887, having visited the furnace under the
Court-H House, find that the fiues OF same are
In such close connection with joists as TO rem
der the latter in danger OF fire; also that
washboard in grand jury room is liable 10
take fire from fiues, and recommend that
immediate steps be taken to render same safe.
Also that they visited the jail, and find the
back porches OF same in such condition as TO
need repairs TO such an extent as VIII pre-
serve them until new porches are required.
And that we found the cells and surround
ings Clearly and in good order, and apparent
ly we'll kept.
Richard Mash, indicted for misde-
meanor, was found guilty and sentenced
to pay fine of $40 and costs and to be
confined in Jail for 80 days at hard
labor.
Mr.J.F Engle was admitted to prac-
tice in this Court.
The Court appointed Messrs. Cleon
Moore, j. F. Engle, and b. ID. Gibson
to defend Virginia Robertson, cOlored,
indicted for murder, and her trial is set
for November 30.
Messrs. VIM. NJ. johnson, Thomas l..
Hyatt, Philip A. Lewis, James w.
Ringer, VIM. A. Mcintyre and Archie
B. Anderson were appointed Trustees
of the Methodist Protestant Church of
Middleway'
Messrs. r. A. Alexander, w. l.. Dali
garn and Gerard d. Moore, were APP
pointed Trustees of Gustav Brown Con-
sistory, No. %, S. P. X. S., 80 degree
Ancient Accepted Scottish Rite Mason
ry, of Charlestown.
Phebe Ann Moore VS.. DR.. d. w. Bor-
der; Baylor for plaintiff; Beltzhoover
and Travers for defence. Verdict for
plaintiff.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1887-11-25
NEW GOODS,
New Goods

The undersigned has returned from
the city and finished opening thor
ough and complete line of goods, viz:
Dry Goods, Notions, Straw Goods,
fine Boots, fine and coarse Shoes, to
suit all ages, nice line Of Mating,
good Rag Carpet at special bargain,
summer stock of Ready-made Cloth
ing, cane and wood seat Rocking
Chairs; Bedsteads, Cots, Tables,
Safes, c., Queensware, Stoneware,
Hardware, Woodenware, Tinware,
Groceries, CONNECTIONS, Drugs, Patent
Medicines, Paints, Oils, Essences,
Soaps, Tobacco, Cigars, &c, &c.-all
of which have been bought at the
lowest cash price and will sell at clos
est living profit. Country Produce
taken in exchange at full market
price, also old iron and bones. Wool
bought for cash at highest market
price. An examination Of goods and
prices solicited.
Respectfully,
J. s. MELVIN.
Dufields, May l3, 1887.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1887-11-25
How,s This for Hunter ?-Th


Moundsville correspondence OF the
Wheeling Register of Sunday last con-
tained the following item concerning a
young gentleman formerly from Shep-
herdstown. Mr.. Hunters friends here
will read il with interest:
Mr.. j. Elmer Hunter, of the prison
guard force, gave complimentary re-
ception and dinner to the accomplished
and charming young ladies of Mrs.
Reeds printing class on Wednesday.
Although it was notably private, it was
the most recherche affair of the season.
Among those present were Mrs. Reed,
Misses Ella McFadden, Grace Blake,
Carrie Cockayne, Sallie CQckayne, Anna
Mcconnell and Rose Bonar. The dinner
cards were artistically and beautifully
designed, and will no doubt be pre-
served as souvenirs of the enjoyable &C.
casion. Too much praise cannot be
given Mrs. Higgins for the preparation
that was made for the occasion, particu
larly the delicaces under which the
table groaned. Mr.. Hunter is one Of
our most noted society young gentle
men, and his genial smile and brilliant
gallantry on this occasion won golden
opinions from his charming guests.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1887-11-25
Masonic OMcers.-Atthe meet

Masonic OH e the meeting
Of the Grand Lodge of Masons in this
State last week at Charleston the fol-
lowing officers were elected to serve
during the ensuing year: Grand Mas
ter, G. III. Collier. Wheeling; Deputy
Grand Master, Gustave Brown, Charles
town; Senior Grand Warden, Frank
Burt, Warrington; Junior Warden, j.
Ii. Hamilton, Grantsville; Grand Treas
urer, Hugh Sterling, Wheeling; Grand
Secretary, G. w. Atkinson, Wheeling {;
Grand Senior Deacon, E. r. Ralston.
Weston; Grand Junior Deacon, j. w.
Morris, Wheeling; Grand Lecturer, j.
II. Demil, Wheeling; Grand Chaplain
Rev. K. r. Swope. Wheeling; Grand
Marshal. c. l.. Hunt; Pursuivant, VIM.
Mears, Centreville; Grand Tyler, T. w.
Bliss, Wheeling. The next meeting of
the Grand Lodge will be held at Park
ersburg, this State.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1887-11-25

Wed ding.-Theh home of Mr.. VIM.
Entler, in Shepherdstown, was thronged
last Thursday evening with number
ofinvited guests to witness the marriage
of Miss Augusta Tenant to Mr.. Jacob
Emmert, from near Willlamsport, Md.
The bride was dressed in brown silk
and plush and wore bouquet Of chrys-
anthemums. Miss Sadie Emmert, sister
of the groom, ard MI. Harry Winter
meyer acted as walters. After the we'd
ding ceremony WAS performed the bridal
party and their friends proceeded to the
supper table which was filled with good
things. On Friday they were given a
dinner by Mr.. Joseph Tenant, brother
of the bride, and on Saturday they left
for the groom's home. The bride was
the recipient of number of valuable
and useful presents. We extend con-
CALCULATIONS 10 The happy couple.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1887-11-25
Sale Of a RaiIrOad.-The Mar

Sale Of a RailrOad.-The Mar
tinsburg and Potomac Railroad, which
is a continuation of the Cumberland
Valley Railroad from the Potomac
River TO Martinsburg, a distance Of
about twelve miles, WAS sold last week
TO President Kennedy and Vice. presi-
dent Stewart, of the Cumberland Valley
Railroad Company, for the latter COM
pany. The purchase price was s65, 900,
being the cost of the construction OF the
road. BY the Cumberland Valley Rail.
road securing absolute control of this
end of the line, it is said, it will imme-
diarely begin the construction of road
from Martinsburg to Winchester, Va.
and expects to secure from that point
direct connection with the South and
West.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1887-11-25
another Tragic Death i'm Ha-

gerstOw tragic death OF
a young lady occurred in Hagerstown
last Friday, tue circumstances being
somewhat similar to the one chronicled
from that place couple of weeks ago.
Miss Belle Funkhouser, a young lady
of % years of age, daughter Of Mr.. NJ.
L. Funkhouser, is the victim. The
Young lady has been living with her
grandmother near Luray, Va, but re-
Gently has been visiting her uncle, Mr..
WIN. Funkhouser, in Hagerstown. Last
Friday she had been up town shopping,
and returned home abou. five o'clock,
and after speaking pleasantly to the
members of the household retired to
her room, as was supposed, for the pur-
pose of changing her wearing apparel.
A few moments afterwards groans were
heard to proceed from her room, and
upon member of the family going
there the door was found to be locked.
A neighbor was called in, who forced
the door, when the young lady was
found lying across the bed, frothing at
the mouth. A physician was immedi-
ately summoned, but he found she was
dying, and she expired in a few mo-
ments. A jury of inquest was sum-
moned, and rendered a verdict that
"Belle Funkhouser came to her death
from causes and means unknown to the
Jury" From the evidence before the
Jury it was learned that the young lady
was engaged to be married TO young
man at Bentonville. but had been be-
trayed by young physician Of Marks
vile, four or five months ago. 1t is
supposed that she was afraid neither Of
the men would marry her, and preferred
to end her life before her shame became
known. The physicians decided at the
inquest that some violent drug was the
cause of her death. In her satchel was
found small vial filled with a color
less and odorless liquid. and bundle
of letters from each of the young men
referred to. Miss Funkhouser was a
finely formed, rather handsome young
woman. Her mother has been dead for
some years.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1887-11-25
Barn RaIsing.-Mr. William II


Byers, who lives on the Kearneysville
pike, raised his new barn last Thurs
day, to replace the one recently de-
.slroyed by fire. Mr.. Jacob Derr is the
contractor, and has an efficient corps of
assistants-Mes RonemOus, Nichols
and others. A little after sun-up the
neighbors began to arrive from every
direction, and by the time the work was
begun there were nearly hundred
helpers on hand. At the proper time
Mr.. Derr gave the word, and the timbe
were quickly gotten into place without
any trouble whatever, every piece slip
ping into its place as if it was oiled. BY
carly noon the job was completed, and
then came the dinner, which was per-
feet feast of good things and to which
full Justice was done. Our informant
saws that Messrs. Thomas Files, Thorn
burg Kearney and George Hoffman
greatly distinguished themselves at this
latter feat. The new barn is fine
modern structure, and the work on il is
first-class. Both owner and builder may
well be proud Of it.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1887-11-25
Person al

Personal-We were pleased to
have call on Saturday last from
Messrs. Edward Coukus and William
Knode, of RipOn, this county.
The many friends of Mrs. Kate Glass
NEE Baker,, OF Bcrryviile, formerly OF
this place, will regret to learn that she
has been seriously ill. Size was taken
to Baltimore few days ago for treat
ment.
We were pleased To have call on
Wednesday from Mr.. James w Ryan,
Of ST. Louis, Mo-, formerly OF this place,
who was here on short visit. Mr..
Ryan has many friends here.
Miss Minnie Ray AMI Miss Fannie
Polfenberger, two of Shepherdstown's
most charming young ladies, were the
guests of Mrs. william Wilger.-Aar
tinsburg Statesman.
Mrs. c. ). Hunter is here on visit to
her parents, Mr.. and Mrs. B. F. Harri-
son.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1887-11-25
An Exciting Election

The boys of Shepherd College are d.
vided into two Baseball clubs called the
"Giants" and "Invincibles. Last Fri
day evening at the society election each
faction had ticket prepared. The
"Giants" were victorious, electing their
entire ticket. Most of the credit is due
to mass-meeting held at noon at which
Mr.. r. D. Cook spoke with rare ability
on the subject of 1.-The coming election"
G. JOHNSON, Pres.
r. Cook, Treas.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1887-11-25
Excitement i'm Texas.

Great excitement has ben caused in
the vicinity of Paris. Tex, by the re-
markable recovery of Mr.. J. f. Corley.
who was so helpless he could not turn
in bed, or raise his head; everybody
said he was dying of Consumption. A
trial bottle of DR.. Kings New Discovery
was sent him. Finding relief. he bought
a large bottle and box of DR.. Kings
New Life Pills: by the time he had
taken two boxes of Pills and two bottles
of the Discovery. he was well and had
gained in flesh thirty six pounds. Trial
Bottles of this Great Discovery for Con-
sumption free at J. G. Gibsou's.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1887-11-25
4 Long Separation.-Abou

a Long experimentation
iorty-one years ago, Miss Elizabeth
Lima left Hamburg, Germany, for
America, and landed in New Orleans.
She subsequently married a Mr.. Will
lams, and settled in what was then the
far west, the State Of Illinois. About a
year later, her sister, Magdeline, also
left Hamburg and landed in Baltimore.
She subsequently married Mr.. Kline,
and found home in Martins5urg. All
efforts made to discover the whereabouts
of each Of the two sisters were unsuc-
cessful, until very recently the perse-
vering efforts of Mrs. Kline were re-
warded by letter which led to the dis
covery of her long lost sister, and her
heart was rejoiced by visit from her
last week. The meeting between the
sisters, after forty.one years OF separS-
ton, WAS very joyous. Mrs. Williams
spent week here and then returned to
her home in Illinois. Mrs. Kline Is the
mother of Messrs. j. p, William and
Daniel Kline -Aartin,burg Statesman.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1887-11-25
Fine OyercOats.-

Fine Overcoats.-Mess S. y.
Humrickhouse & Son have just gotten
in an unusually nice assortment OF over
coats, to which they invite the attention
of the public. They have them Of the
very LATEST styles, fine, medium and
cheap, ranging in price from $3.50 to
$40. If you need anything in their
line, just give them call before you
buy anywhere else. They feel sure
they can suit you in tit, quality OF price.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1887-11-25
The Fair Grouud.-Mess

The Fair GrOuud.-Messrs. John
NJ. Smurr, of Missouri, and j. w.
Fisher, of this place, have become the
purchasers of the fair ground property.
1t is their intention to have the same
laid off regularly and systematically
into lots. and thus furnish the most de-
sirable suburban building sites to be
found anywhere around the city. These
enterprising gentlemen are making ar
rangements for setting out shade trees
OH either side of the approach to the
grounds, which will form a beautiful
avenue leading to them. Water and
gas pipes will also be extended in that
direction. A beautiful view and a
healthy location will be inducements to
attract persons wishing to secure pleas
ant homes. -Aartinsburg Statesman.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1887-11-25

Sleep and plenty OF 1t must be had by the
baby; and II its rest be broken or prevented
by attacks Of collie stomach OF bowel disor-
ders, give at once DR.. Bulls Baby Syrup,
which Will relieve the pain, induce refresh
ing slumber and consequent health.
A person suffering from poorly acting
liver should take Laxador and be happy once
more. Price % cents. Sold everywhere.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1887-11-25

More Turkeys Wanted.-I will
continue to buy good, fat turkeys at 8
cents per pound until further notice. |
cannot buy small or poor turkeys. 1t
will pay you to hold them until later.
j. II. Trussell.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1887-11-25
FOR SALE.

WE have for sale in shephe rdstown q very
w nice Brick Dwelling House. with large
lot well stocked with choice fruit, In good
location. and with many conyeDiences. Also
a good tWo-story Frame dwelling with Brick
Wing and a very Inc garden. Both Of these
properties are well located and very desirs
FLEMING & SNYDER
Real Estate Agents,
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1887-11-25
For Every Mechanic +!

We are in receipt Of the "MECHASICAL
NEWS" for Nov. ID, and take pleasure in call
ing the attention of our readers 10 the merits
OF that popular and long established journal.
Its pages are full OF instructive and timely
matter relating TO the various branches OF
mechanical and manufacturing industry, and
every number contains from ten TO twenty
choice illustrations, showing the progress OF
invention both in our own and in foreign
countries.
THE MECHANICAL NEWS" is siXteen-page
paper published twice a month. The sub
scription price Is only one dollar year, and
with its able staff OF contributors IL never fails
to give in a single issue information OF many
times that value TO the practical mechanic.
The pa per is now on its seventeenth volume.
and has steadily improved in the quality OF
its contents and, as q natural consequence,
in its popularity with the reading public.
The Publishers announce that they furnish
sample copies free, and liberal inducements
are offered TO agents and canvassers for sub
scribers. A circular giving full particulars
will be sent to any one applying for the same.
Address THE MECHANICAL NEWS, ITO Liberty
Street, New York.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1887-11-25
Hngerstown Business Locals.
IL. l.. SpangIer's Special Bian.
keI Offering.

keI Offering.
The mild October has left us with heavier
stock Of Blankets than we desire to have. To
dispose of the surplus stock we this day have
marked down
Our best $3.50 white blankets to s6.9S.
Our special 1915 white blanket to sf.9S.
Our good $500 white blankets TO 1853.
our full size $500 white blanket TO si3S.
Our | Ia size $500 white blanket to SS.SS.
Our 1914 size $500 white blanket TO s2lS.
Our Id. lbs white blankets to .9Sc.
Our 8 pound grey from 800 10 i.3S
Our pound grey from 400 to S.SS.
Our French blanket from 3.2j To 2.7S.
our homemade grey from 325 10 2SS.
Our silver grey from 2.25 TO l.SS.
Our dark grey from LIS to LIS.
Our bargain from lbs to U.s..
Our dollar grey TO .SSc.
These are now the best value you will be
offered this season.
X. l.. SPANGLERS
Dry Goods and Notion House,
Hagerstown, Md.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1887-11-25
NOTICE.

WE have for sale nice little place OF Is
w acres with good dwelling, good fruit,
convenient 10 scnool. Terms reasonable.
Call soon. a. the time Of sale Is limited.
FLEMING & SNYDER.
We have frequent inquiries for town and
country property. Those wishing 20 buy or
sell would do well 70 call on Us At once.